Accessories can really make an ordinary outfit truly amazing. The right choices can add pizzazz to your clothing, giving you a stylish look for any occasion. Be careful however, as the wrong choices can ruin your appearance and make for an unsightly wardrobe disaster.

When choosing an item of jewelry, pick one that complements your skin tone and the best features of your body. The style and design should also match the occasion, with diamonds fitting more formal events and colorful stones such as coral being suitable for casual parties.

If you are wearing a bold statement piece of jewelry, matching the rest of your accessories is important to ensure that the overall effect isn't lost.  If you wear your own jewelry designs you want to make sure that focus is on those items, and not drawn away by a glamorous purse!

Choosing the right bag for the right event is also very important. Larger handbags are perfect to take to the beach or park, while smaller designs are better for the nightclub or more formal events. Since there are so many women’s bags available, remember to choose one that does not clash with your outfit.

Scarves are a great accessory and can be worn around the neck, on the hip, or on top of your head. As a general rule, if you are wearing a patterned dress then a solid scarf will enhance your look. This also works in reverse with a patterned scarf suiting a solid outfit.  Select colors and patterns that will complement your jewelry, and not clash with either color or style.  Avoid knitted scarfs which could get caught on earrings or clasps.

If you are stuck for just the right accessories to match your jewelry, stores such as www.very.co.uk or a US equivalent offer a wide selection of items to add some extra style to your appearance and also let you find more unique and affordable jewelry than you might find in stores.

Just remember though, before you head out anywhere, always remember to look at yourself in the mirror and get a second opinion from someone if possible!